Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mission Valley West Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,100 (14 Rentals)

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3970 Goldfinch St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

3970 Goldfinch St

3970 Goldfinch StSan Diego, CA 92103
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630 W Washington St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

630 W Washington St

630 W Washington StSan Diego, CA 92103
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4077 Goldfinch St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

4077 Goldfinch St

4077 Goldfinch StSan Diego, CA 92103
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Santa Fe Villas
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Santa Fe Villas

3912 Albatross StSan Diego, CA 92103
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Bel Vue Terrace
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Bel Vue Terrace

1336-1348 Brunner StSan Diego, CA 92110
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Nightingale Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Nightingale Apartments

4174 Third AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Old Town Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Old Town Apartments

2225-2249 Congress StSan Diego, CA 92110
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Sasan Apartments
Studio Apartments

Sasan Apartments

901 W Washington StSan Diego, CA 92103

Mission Valley West, San Diego, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Mission Valley West Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mission Valley West area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Hilltop Terrace priced from $1,748. Gaines Street Apartment has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,000. Here are the most affordable Mission Valley West apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hilltop TerraceStudioStudio,1BA$1,748
Gaines Street Apartment1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2,000
5747 Lauretta1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,100
Arbor Crest on FourthStudioStudio,1BA$2,213
Montecito Point1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,248

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mission Valley West, CA

As of October 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mission Valley West area is the $3.20 price per square foot C2 2 Bedroom Model at Felix at The Society in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $3,812. The second greatest value Mission Valley West apartment is the Brentwood Model at Fashion Terrace Apartment Homes starting at $2,950 with a $2.84 price per square foot in the Balboa Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mission Valley West apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Felix at The SocietyC2 2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$3.20
Fashion Terrace Apartment HomesBrentwood2BR,2BA$2.84
Alexan GallerieA8 1x1 Loft1BR,1BA$3.87
Mission Hills ApartmentsTHE CRANE1BR,1BA$3.35
The Margo1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.54
Bradbury at The SocietyA1 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.72
Gaines Street Apartment2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$3.20
Apex Mission Valley1 Bed 1 Bath Plan A1BR,1BA$3.42
Montecito Point1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.63
5747 Lauretta1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.82

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Mission Valley West, San Diego, CA

Ranked #34

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website is happy to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities across the United States including Mission Valley West, San Diego, and the greater San Diego area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best outdoor access, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, apartment complexes for the kids, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Mission Valley West Neighborhood in San Diego, CA

Walk Score®

46 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

41 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

54 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mission Valley West Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Mission Valley West?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Mission Valley West is at Arbor Crest on Fourth listed at $2,213.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mission Valley West Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mission Valley West Apartment is $1,998 at Hilltop Terrace.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mission Valley West Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mission Valley West is starting from $2,400 at Gaines Street Apartment.

What is the most affordable Mission Valley West Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Mission Valley West Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Felix at The Society and starts from $3,959.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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